How to use and wear Signia hearing aids

1. Inserting behind-the-ear (BTE) models
   
   - Identify the left (blue) and right (red) markers on the devices.
   
   - Place the hearing aid behind your ear, with the tubing or receiver wire resting comfortably over and in front of your ear.
   
   - Gently insert the earpiece or dome into your ear canal until it feels secure.
   
   - Adjust the retention hook (if applicable) to keep it in place
   
   
2. Inserting in-the-ear (ITE) or completely-in-canal (CIC) models.
   
   - Identify the left (blue) and right (red) markers on the devices.
   
   - Hold the hearing aid between your thumb and forefinger.
   
   - Gently insert it into your ear canal, following the natural shape.
   
   - Push gently until it sits snugly and comfortably without forcing.
   
   
   

1. Hold the hearing aid
   
   Grasp the body of the Signia hearing aid behind the ear with your fingers.
   
   
2. Pull the earpiece
   
   Gently pull the earpiece out of the ear canal.
   
   
3. Put down the hearing aid
   
   Carefully place the hearing aid down to avoid dropping or damaging it.

1. Non-rechargeable hearing aids
   
   - For most Signia models, opening and closing the battery door turns the hearing aid on.
   
   - If you need to put in a new battery, open the battery compartment and place a fresh battery inside. Ensure the + side of the battery is facing up. Close the battery door completely.
   
   - Some models may require pressing and holding a power button to turn them on.
   
   
2. Rechargeable hearing aids
   
   - Rechargeable models turn on automatically when removed from the charger.
   
   - Some models may require pressing and holding a power button to turn them on.

• Non-rechargeable models: Open the battery compartment door. This disconnects the battery and powers down the Signia hearing aid.
  
  
• Rechargeable models: Place your hearing aids in their charging station. They'll turn off automatically and charge.
  
  

To restart Signia hearing aids:

1. Turn your devices off.
   
   For non-rechargeable models, open the battery compartment to turn off the hearing aid. If it’s a rechargeable model, turn it off by putting it in the charging case or using its power button.
   
   
2. Leave the device off for about a minute. 
   
   This brief period allows the internal circuitry to fully reset.
   
   
3. Turn your devices back on.
   
   Close the battery compartment, take the devices out of the charging case, or use the power button. 

To reset Signia hearing aids to factory settings:

1. Soft reset
   
   This typically involves turning the device off and on, as described above. This method resets minor settings but retains customization.
   
   
2. Hard reset
   
   For a full factory reset, which restores original factory settings and erases all custom settings, you might need to use the Signia app or software, or in some cases, press and hold a specific button on the hearing aid as directed in the user manual. Consider reaching out to your Hearing Care Specialist for assistance before doing a hard reset and erasing personalized settings.

Adjusting the volume on Signia hearing aids can typically be done in a few simple ways, depending on the model you have:

1. On the hearing aid itself
   
   Many Signia hearing aids come with physical volume control buttons or a dial. You can press the button or turn the dial to increase or decrease the volume.
   
   Generally, one button will adjust the volume up and another will adjust it down.
   
   
2. Remote control
    
   If your hearing aids are compatible, you might have a dedicated remote control that can adjust the volume as well as other settings like program modes.
   
   
3. Smartphone apps
   
   For more advanced models, you can use the Signia app on your smartphone to adjust the volume.
   
   The app provides a user-friendly interface where you can slide your finger to adjust the volume to your preferred level.
   
   It might also offer additional features like setting preferences for different environments.
   
   
4. Automatic adjustment
    
   Some Signia models come equipped with automatic volume adjustment based on the listening environment.
   
   These devices analyze the surrounding sounds and automatically adjust the volume for optimal hearing without manual intervention.

Charging Signia hearing aids is straightforward, but the exact method can depend on the specific model and type of hearing aid you have.

1. Prepare the charging station
   
   Place the charging station on a stable, flat surface near a power outlet. Ensure the area is dry and away from direct sunlight.
   
   
2. Connect the charging station
    
   Plug the charging station into the electrical outlet using the power adapter provided with your hearing aids.
   
   
3. Place the hearing aids in the charging station
    
   Open the charging slots and carefully place each hearing aid in the designated slot.
   
   Make sure the hearing aids are properly aligned with the charging contacts.
   
   Most models will have indicators to ensure correct placement.
   
   
4. Charging process
   
   When you place the hearing aids in the charger, you should see indicator lights that show the charging status.
   
   These lights typically change color or turn off once the hearing aids are fully charged.
   
   Charging time: It usually takes a few hours to fully charge the hearing aids, but this can vary by model. Overnight charging is common and convenient.